Highlights
- Excellent Ngorongoro Crater location
- Maasai village visits
- Guided walks
- Family friendly
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EnquireLemala Ngorongoro is a high-quality tented camp on the rim of the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania. The crater is one of the most impressive geological features in Africa with a great variety of landscapes and wildlife. Although its location on the northern side of the crater is the best in the area for weather, warm clothing is a must since adverse conditions are not uncommon at these altitudes.
The well-appointed main canvas mess tent houses separate lounge and dining areas and a central bar. Internet access and battery charging facilities are available in the communal areas and there is 24-hour solar-powered electricity.
The accommodation comprises 9 spacious and cosy tents in twin or double formation with winter weight duvets, hot water bottles and gas heaters. All tents have en-suite bathrooms with free-standing wash basin, flush toilet and large safari shower with luxurious, fluffy towels and bathrobes. Attentive staff provide hot water promptly on request and there is a laundry service.
Activities are centred on drives down into the Ngorongoro Crater. The camp’s location just below the main park gate makes for quick and easy access to the crater floor, giving guests the best chance of being first to arrive in the morning, a critical advantage when trying to avoid the potentially heavy traffic. Lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, elephant, hippo and rhino are found year-round and birdlife is breath-taking. Note that animals are highly accustomed to vehicles which makes for good, if somewhat relaxed, sightings. Guided walks with park rangers are available (pre-booking essential), along with visits to a number of local Maasai villages.
Children over the age of 6 are welcome, with child rates applying to those aged 6-16. As with all camps in the Lemala portfolio, fun and educational activities are offered to keep children entertained and inform them about local conservation, culture, and wildlife. They might join the chefs in the kitchen, go on guided walks around camp or toast marshmallows on the camp fire. Note that the camp is unfenced and although there is no extreme risk, children must remain under parental supervision at all times.
Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp is known for its friendly staff and good camp spirit. While the location's popularity means that lots of vehicles tend to congregate, it is still possible to avoid the crowds and ultimately nothing can detract from the spectacular beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater and the enjoyment of a stay in this smart and comfortable camp.
Trip was great and all the arrangements were excellent so thank you for all the help!
Drivers and transfers were all good - on time and very good service on each trip.
Accommodation was lovely - Douar Samra was amazing (weather could have been better but lovely regardless). Riad in Marrakesh was also great!
All in all a great trip and we loved the variety of the mountains, Marrakesh and the coast.
Thanks you once again!
Hardeep S reviewing Boutique Marrakech & Atlas Mountains on 15 April 2024
I was also just about to email you to thank you and the team for arranging yet again, another wonderful experience.
Mount Kenya was spectacular and wild - I think I prefer it to Kili in many ways. The entire support team was professional, friendly and all round fantastic in making sure that we were safe, well fed and well looked after. In particular, we would commend Peter the guide as well as Paul one of the porters who doubled-up as his deputy on summit day. Our route was often shrouded in mist and rain that rapidly gathered in the valleys and moorlands, and we were very impressed at how Peter managed to navigate us safely through all of that notwithstanding. In addition, we loved learning about the history of Mount Kenya from him in the evenings. And ofcourse, I was blown away by the lovely birthday surprise at the end complete with balloons and a delicious cake that had journeyed with us from day 1. One thing we might recommend because of the sudden change in weather (it would sometimes get extremely cold and wet) is for the equipment list to be a little bit more detailed in terms of its recommendations e.g. layers to be moisture-wicking, walking boots be waterproof, doubling up on socks to avoid blisters etc.
El Karama is a beautiful conservancy and the lodge a true labour of love. Great hospitality in a relaxed environment. Delicious, fresh food. We enjoyed the drives, even if we didn't see much wildlife as the heavens opened on us for the last two outings. However, since it was very much geared towards families, I am not sure if I would stay again without kids. That said, I think it was perfect for a 3d/2n stay post mountain, and a much better choice than flying to the masai mara given the limited time we had.
Our transits were smooth. Samuel the driver was always on time, drove safely and kept the vehicle clean.
So it was a brilliant experience and one which I certainly will cherish for some time to come. It was great to work with you for a third time, and I certainly hope it won't be the last
Juhae C reviewing Mount Kenya Sirimon Naro Moru Trek on 01 March 2024
Thank you, we had an absolute wonderful time, and everything was well-planned and as described. Carla was crying on the day of our departure from Ants Nest, she didn’t want to go home and for it all to end, and when I asked how much longer she would want to stay, she responded “four weeks”
Lars B reviewing Best of South Africa for Families on 01 March 2024